2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
